There's two ways to be selfish. You can think too much about yourself, or you can think too little about others. You're selfish both ways.
This quote from Penelope Fitzgerald's book "Human Voices" highlights the dual nature of selfishness. It suggests that one can focus excessively on oneself, becoming self-centered, or alternatively, one can neglect the needs and feelings of others. In both cases, there is an element of selfishness at play; the individual prioritizes their perspective over a balanced consideration of both themselves and those around them.
Fitzgerald's insights encourage reflection on how we engage...